FEE: Rs.6000/- Only

Course Highlights:

Every aspect of Indian Art & Culture with India Historical development
(Ancient, Medieval and Modern India) will be covered.

Guaranteed 90% questions from our class notes & printed materials.

100+ objective questions discussion.

Classes through projector with hundreds of pictures

Course Coverage:

Ancient & Medieval Indian History

Various aspects of Art & Culture

Development of science, education through out the Indian History

Current development in the field of Art & Culture

Expected Questions

ANALYSIS OF UPSC (CS) PRE QUESTIONS from years 2011-14

Syllabus

2011

2012

2013

2014

History and Culture
through the Ages

1

2

2

Languages and
Literature

2

Religion and
Philosophy

1

2

4

3

Painting, Performing
Arts

3

2

4

Architecture

1

2

3

Science and
Technology

1

1

Education

Miscellaneous

2

TOTAL

3

7

10

16

Importance of Art & Culture in Civil Services Examination

Dear Aspirants,
Now the scenario has been changed completely in UPSC Civil Services pre 2015 as CSAT has been
made qualifying in nature. Earlier most of the UPSC aspirants were scoring very high in CSAT paper
and with a low score (around 30 to 35%) in GS Paper 1 they could clear the preliminary. But now
such strategy cannot work. So this time UPSC aspirants have to prepare the Paper 1 in such a way
that they could score around 110. Because this much score is required to cross the cut off.
In Paper 1(GS) questions from Art & Culture are very frequently asked and it must be noticed that
every ear they are increasing the number of questions from Art & Culture (See the table given
above). Indian culture is so diverse that just by reading any single book or guide won't be sufficient
to cope up with these questions and it is very hard to ignore as well. In 2014 around 16 questions
have been asked. In 2015 around 15 questions from Best IAS PT-2016 Fast Track Course Art and Culture are expected. In such scenario
what is the solution?

Through this Art & Culture module we are just trying to provide a solution to the UPSC aspirants. In
this module in a very short span we are going to cover almost every topic related to Indian art &
culture. The topics which are going to be covered-

History and Culture through the Ages- In this segment the development of Ancient
and Medieval Indian History with special emphasis on those sections from where
UPSC is asking questions, will be discussed

Languages and Literature- The development of language and Literature from
Ancient to the Modern period

Religion and Philosophy- This is the one of the most important area in UPSC Pre
question paper. From this area they are asking frequently 3-4 questions. So
comprehensive information and understanding on this particular topic will be
provided.

Painting, Performing Arts- Using the pictures and PPTs the information will be
provided in such a way that students are not required to mug up

Architecture- The development of architecture from Ancient to Modern period

Science and Technology- The development of science and technology in Indian
History

Education- The development of education and educational institutions in India in
historical period

Current Issues- UPSC is normally asking questions on Art & Culture from those
topics which are presently in news. So current issues will also be covered.

Apart from these topics some other miscellaneous topics would be also covered

Features of the Module on Art & Culture

Teaching methodology will be such which will simplify this particular portion

In every topic Pictures and PPTs will be used for better understanding

Complete coverage of the syllabus

Precise printed notes which would be sufficient for the exam

Printed notes on the current issues from Art & Culture which are collected from vivid
sources

200+ questions will be discussed in classroom

In a way we are trying to provide a complete solution for Art & Culture through this short span
module.

All the best for PT 2015......

Thanks & Regards!

PREVIOUS YEARS QUESTIONS

GS PAPER 2013

4. With reference to the history of Indian
rock-cut architecture, consider the
following statements :

The caves at Badami are the oldest
surviving rock-cut caves in India.

The Barabar rock-cut caves were
originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor
Chandragupta Maurya.

At Ellora, caves were made for different
faiths.

Which of the statements given above is/
are correct?

1 only

2 and 3 only

3 only

1, 2 and 3

6. The Chinese traveller Yuan Chwang
(Hiuen Tsang) who visited India recorded
the general conditions and culture of India
at that time. In this context, which of the
following statements is/are correct?

The roads and river—routes were
completely immune from robbery.

As regards punishment for offences, ordeals
by fire, water and poison were the instruments
for determining the innocence or guilt of a
person.

The tradesmen had to pay duties at ferries
and barrier stations.

Select the correct answer using the codes given
below.

1 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

36. Some Buddhist rock‐cut caves are called
Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas.
What is the difference between the two?

Vihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is
the dwelling place of the monks

Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is
the dwelling place of the monks

Chaitya is the stupa at the far end of the
cave, while Vihara is the hall axial to it

There is no material difference between the
two

37. Which one of the following describes best
the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?

The extinction of the flame of desire

The complete annihilation of self

A state of bliss and rest

A mental stage beyond all comprehension

45. Which of the following characterizes /
characterize the people of Indus Civilization?

They possessed great palaces and temples.

They worshipped both male and female deities.

They employed horse‐drawn chariots in
warfare.

Select the correct statement/statements using the
codes given below.

1 and 2 only

2 only

1, 2 and 3

None of the statements given above is correct

47. Which of the following statements is/are
applicable to Jain doctrine?

The surest way of annihilating Karma is to
practice penance.

Every object, even the smallest particle has a
soul.

Karma is the bane of the soul and must be
ended.

Select the correct answer using the codes given
below.

1 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

l, 2 and 3

52. Consider the following Bhakti Saints :

Daclu Dayal

Guru Nanak

Tyagaraja

Who among the above was/were preaching when
the Lodi dynasty fell and Babur took over?

1 and 3

2 only

2 and 3

1 and 2

57. Consider the following historical places :

Ajanta Caves

Lepakshi Temple

Sanchi Stupa

Which of the above places is/are also known for
mural paintings?

1 only

1 and 2 only

1, 2 and 3

None

58. With reference to the history of philosophical
thought in India, consider the following
statements regarding Sankhya school :

Sankhya does not accept the theory of rebirth
or transmigration of soul.

Sankhya holds that it is the self‐knowledge
that leads to liberation and not any exterior
influence or agent.

Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

79. In the context of cultural history of India, a pose
in dance and dramatics called Tribhanga' has been
a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till
today. Which one of the following statements best
describes this pose?

One leg is bent and the body is slightly but
oppositely curved at waist and neck